Fire Caused by logging equipment Logging worker saw smoke, tried to extinguish fire while co-worker called 911. Officials say a thorough investigation has demonstrated that no negligence was involved and there was no intentional setting of the fire to the land. The DNR, after consultation with the Douglas County District Attorney, is recommending no criminal charges be filed.

5/16/2013 evening - The DNR's FLIR plane (this is the aircraft equipped with the infrared camera) flew over the wildfire area to help fire crews find and suppress the hot spots.

As of 9pm, 5/15/2013 - fire is 100% contained! Acreage adjusted to 8,495 acres All public roads are open, but drive cautiously in the fire area. All fire lines have been secured and crews are moving into mop-up phase.

Evening of 5/15/2013 - Gov. Scott Walker declared a state of emergency in Douglas and Bayfield counties.

As of 3pm, 5/15/2013 - the fire is about 9,000 acres and 95% contained. Structures: lost - 47, 17 were homes Saved - 77

DNR Hotline - (715) 376-4185 to end at 10:30pm 5/16/2013.Starting 5/17/2013 call Brule Ranger Station, 715-372-4866, from 8 to 4:30, M-F to learn about the status of your home and property.

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